-
Escape from the Wildfire
Jack loves mountain biking, and when his dad forbids him to ride in the forest surrounding Lytton because of the risk of wildfire, the reality of BC's heat dome sets in. Days later, the village of Lytton burns down, forcing Jack to evacuate to Merritt.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 11-18
Not Talking About You
Not Talking About You portrays racism as it occurs amongst young Canadians today. It explores the impact on the target and on bystanders who have to decide how to react when they find a racist youth in their midst.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 12-16Reading level: Grade 2
Half-Court Trap
A Black teen learns to deal with stress, anger, rivalry and body image issues in the context of basketball.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 710L
Hoopers
The story of a young Black teen who is too caught up in the basketball image to put in the work to play well.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 620L
Bank Shot
The story of how a young teen girl tries to balance responsibilities at home with a chance to play basketball.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL570L
Paddle Battle
A teen boy learns that trusting his team and trying his best helps him accept change and adapt to it.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL580L
White Privilege Deal With It
A reader-directed exploration of white privilege and the legacy of racism in society and media.
$22.65, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Lexile Reading Level: 780L
Head to Head
A young teen girl learns to overcome her rivalry with a soccer teammate so they can lead the team together.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL590L
Volleyball Vibe
A young teen girl discovers playing sports as a way to boost self-esteem and feel like she belongs.
$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL530L
Body Image Deal With It
A reader-directed exploration of body-image and body-shaming within society and media.
$22.65, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 760L
Last Pick
A young teen with an invisible disability overcomes self-doubt and bullying to find her place on a basketball team.
$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 630L
Lone Runner
A Black teen displays persistence and confidence to go from running solo to being part of a cross-country team.
$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: 620L
Open Ice
A young teen girl tries to unite her co-ed hockey team and prove to herself and everyone else that she can play.
$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 620L
Rugby Rookies
A young girl and her friends face practical and gender obstacles to form their own rugby team.
$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: 510L
Islamophobia Deal With It
A reader-directed exploration of tolerance, inclusiveness, and situations where information and communication might create prejudice against Muslims.
$22.65, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 840L
Long Bomb
Ed doesn't look like a football star. But can he play like one?$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL600L
Consent Deal With It
A timely new resource to help kids understand and resolve conflicts stemming from issues of consent$22.65, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 770L
Easy Out
When playing out of your league, do your best to be the best$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL620L
P.K. Subban
A biography of Canadian defenceman P.K. Subban, which focuses on his determination, his experience with racism and his support for charities for children$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-18Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 800L